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Kazuko Matthews Signed Postmodernist Pottery Checkboard Glazed Ceramic Bowl

$495
£370.37
€429.84
CA$689.23
A$775.23
CHF 402.09
MX$9,404.07
NOK 5,098.30
SEK 4,797.79
DKK 3,206.75
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A wonderful, whimsical work by Japanese American, California architectural potter/ artist Kazuko Matthews. This large black and white checkboard rhombus-shaped bowl/ vessel is signed on the base by Matthews. The piece is reminiscent of the works of Peter Shire. Mathews previously studied with famed ceramists couple Otto and Vivia Heino at Chouinard and also with Raku master potter Paul Soldner at Scripps College. Her work can be found in numerous collections and museums including: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA Oakland Museum of California, CA Marer Collection of Contemporary Ceramics, Scripps College, Claremont, CA The Smithsonian American Art Museum The Renwick Gallery, Permanent Collection. Washington, DC Dimensions: 2.9" High, 12.5" Wide, 7" Deep.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.9 in (7.37 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    In very good vintage condition with no discernable flaws, cracks, chips, etc... (please see photos). A beautiful and unique work overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Studio City, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2254330960532

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